University Vice President (Founding Executive)

Role: University Vice President (Founding Executive)

Organization: Al-Ihsan Canadian Islamic University

Location: Remote (Candidate must reside in British Columbia)

Position Type: Executive Volunteer / Board Level

Status: Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident

The Vision

Al-Ihsan Canadian Islamic University is not just building a school; we are establishing a legacy of authentic, high-level Islamic scholarship tailored to the Canadian context. We are seeking a Vice President of exceptional caliber—a scholar-leader who possesses both the intellectual weight of a PhD and the strategic mindset to build an institution from the ground up.

The Opportunity: Founding Leadership

As Vice President, you will serve as the primary strategic partner to the President and the Board. This is an elite opportunity for a British Columbia-based scholar to shape the academic and cultural DNA of a premier Islamic university. We are looking for a "builder" who can translate the highest standards of Ihsan into a functioning, world-class institution.

Executive Mandate

• Institutional Strategy: Drive the long-term vision for the university, moving from provincial incorporation to full operational scale.
• Academic Leadership: Oversee the development of a rigorous curriculum that bridges classical Islamic sciences with contemporary academic standards.
• External Relations: Represent the university to governmental bodies, accrediting agencies, and prestigious global academic partners.
• Operational Oversight: Act as the bridge between the Board of Scholars and executive departments (Finance, Registrar, and Student Affairs).
• Governance Excellence: Ensure the university remains a model of transparency, ethical leadership, and Canadian non-profit compliance.

Candidate Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

• Academic Pedigree: A PhD in Islamic Studies from a prestigious, globally recognized university.
• Provincial Residency: Currently residing in British Columbia as a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Strategic Maturity: Significant experience in higher education leadership, board governance, or senior non-profit management.
• Linguistic Proficiency: Mastery of English is required; advanced Arabic is essential for scholarly oversight.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare chance to put your PhD into practice by creating a sustainable home for Islamic knowledge in Canada. You will work alongside an elite board of Canadian scholars to provide a much-needed service to the Ummah and the wider Canadian academic landscape.

How to Apply

If you are ready to lead, please submit your CV and a Letter of Intent outlining your vision for Islamic higher education in Canada to:

📩 HR@alihsancanadianislamicuniversity.com

For confidential inquiries, contact volunteerteams@alihsancanadianislamicuniversity.com or visit alihsancanadianislamicuniversity.com.